Acupoints for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Constipation-predominant

2 protocols with precise acupoint locations.

Protocol (3 points)

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ST25Celestial Pivot

ST25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天樞 (tiān shū)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Constipation, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13457/j.cnki.jncm.2016.09.016

Protocol (4 points)

90%
Point 1 of 4

ST25Celestial Pivot

ST25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天樞 (tiān shū)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Constipation, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

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Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

郑桂芝李晗周次利包春辉张方王晓梅马喆窦传字马晓芃李璟吴焕淦. 基于数据挖掘技术分析腹泻型和便秘型肠易激惹综合征针灸使用规律. 世界中医药 ., 2017 [CNKI]

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside Irritable Bowel Syndrome Constipation-predominant:

Using Acupoints for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Constipation-predominant

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Irritable Bowel Syndrome Constipation-predominant
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.